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Sopan Joshi has written a biography of Kumar Gandharv and illustrated by Rishi Sahany.
ISBN: 9789392873997
Pages: 90
Avg Reading Time: 3 hrs
Age: 11-18
Country of Origin: IN
Gulliver's Travel
- Author Name:
Jonathan Swift
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- Description: Gulliver's Travels in Liliput is a classic work of English literature that has enthralled readers for centuries. Originally published in 1726, this adventure novel tells the story of Lemuel Gulliver, a ship's surgeon who embarks on four voyages and encounters strange lands inhabited by bizarrely-sized people and other fantastical creatures. His first journey finds him washed ashore on the tiny island of Liliput, home to people who are only six inches tall. Gulliver towers over the Liliputians, yet finds himself at their mercy when they bind him down. His interactions with the Liliputian court and people provide amusing social and political satire. Written in an imaginative yet matter-of-fact style, Swift's tale blends humor and fantasy with deeper reflections on human nature and the follies of government. This edition features the original illustrations and text, transporting readers to a whimsical yet thought-provoking world.
Hum Rahein Saaf-Suthare
- Author Name:
Saroj Bhargava
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- Description: ‘हम रहें साफ-सुथरे’ पुस्तक व्यक्ति और समाज के रूप में व्यष्टि और समष्टि के स्वास्थ्य को ठीक और संतुलित रखने का बोध कराती है। पुस्तक में छोटी-छोटी बातों के द्वारा कई महत्त्वपूर्ण और जानने योग्य बातें बच्चों को सरल संवादों के माध्यम से समझाई गई है। बच्चों को आकर्षित करने में और उन्हें नैतिक बोध कराने में ये कारगर सिद्ध होंगी। ‘हम रहें साफ-सुथरे’ बच्चों को अपने परिवेश के प्रति सजग करने वाली पुस्तक है।
Incident on the Kalka Mail
- Author Name:
Satyajit Ray
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- Description: A prosperous gentleman employs Feluda to recover his blue briefcase, which has got switched with another passenger’s on the Kalka Mail. What starts out as an innocuous case soon becomes one of Feluda’s most thrilling adventures. Feluda, Topshe and Jatayu set off for Simla in search of the briefcase, but there are unexpected twists and turns all the way. The hair-raising climax that unfolds on the snowy slopes of Simla throws light on a mystery that is devilishly complex.
Veer Birsa
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Anindita
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- Description: ‘वीर बिरसा’ आदिवासी नायक बिरसा मुण्डा की कथा है। भारतीय स्वतंत्रता संग्राम में बच्चों की सुरुचि पैदा करने वाली यह पुस्तक चित्र-कथा के रूप में है जो बच्चों की संवेदनशीलता को बढ़ाने के साथ उनमें देश-प्रेम की भावना भी जगा जाती है।
Postcard from the Lushai Brigade
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Hannah Lalhlanpuii
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- Description: Aizawl, 1942 The world that the young boy at the heart of this story is growing up in is filled with magic and the simple joys of life with his brother Kima. Even the British presence in the Lushai Hills, so resented by some, does not affect him, except as a source of interesting and different things and people. But as the Japanese prepare to invade their land, Kima joins up with the British Indian Army, and the days of simple joy are over . . . The Songs of Freedom series explores the lives of children across India during the struggle for independence.
Sabka Bhala, Apna Bhala
- Author Name:
Urmi Krishna
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- Description: Awating description for this book
Ulati Alif-Laila
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Abrar Mohsin
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- Description: Awating description for this book
Ek Tha Ramu
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Ashok Sakseria +1
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- Description: आप अपनी गली के कुत्तों को कितना जानते हैंॽ जिनको किसी ने नहीं पाला वो सभी के भरोसे हमारे साथ रहते हैं। ‘एक था रामू’ भी गली के एक कुत्ते की कहानी है; जो ज़रा सी देखभाल से लेखक का आत्मीय बन गया। नीलेश गहलोत ने किताब के चित्र बनाये हैं, उन्होंने सिर्फ रामू नहीं बनाया। उसके दूसरे अनाम साथियों के चित्र भी बनाये। इनमें आप अपनी गली के कुत्ते को पहचान सकते हैं। रामू के ज़रिये से यह कहानी भी यही कहती है।
Mystery of the Elephant God
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Satyajit Ray
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- Description: In Varanasi during the Durga Puja, a valuable statuette of Ganesh is stolen from the famous Ghoshal household. Before he can recover it, Feluda has to face the arch-villain Maganlal Meghraj, solve a murder case, and unmask a fraud sadhu. One of Feluda’s most hair-raising adventures, this case puts all his skills to the test.
Mishka Jhool Rahi Hai Jhoola
- Author Name:
Prayag Shukla
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- Description: ‘मिश्का झूल रही है झूला’ प्रयाग शुक्ल की बाल-कविताओं का संग्रह है। बाल-कविताओं की तुकबंदी और लयात्मकता इनकी विशिष्टता है। ये कविताएँ बच्चों को अपने ध्वनि प्रभाव के साथ आकर्षित करती हैं। कह सकते हैं कि इस संग्रह की कविताओं में बाल-सुलभ जिज्ञासाएँ विद्यमान हैं। रेखाचित्रों के कारण यह और रोचक हो गई है।
School Time Jokes
- Author Name:
Mamta Mehrotra
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- Description: Awating description for this book
Ek Chuppi Jagah
- Author Name:
Vinod Kumar Shukla +1
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- Description: लकीर कहीं होती है...जिसे पेंसिल या कलम से खींचकर हम बुलाते हैं। मिटाते हैं तो चली जाती है लकीर कहाँ रहती है? उसे कहाँ ढूँढ़ें? चलो, उस गाँव चलते हैं... जहाँ मिटाने पर लकीर लौट जाती है... A delightfully long story with a mix of magic and reality. Bolu speaks when he walks. When not walking, he becomes quiet. If someone tells him, Be Quiet', Bolu will first stop talking and then he will stop walking. If someone tells him, "Stop". He will stop walking, then he will stop talking. He is like a Patrangi that talks only while flying. She is quiet when perched. She must get doubly tired when speaking and flying. So, she rests doubly...by sitting and quieting down. Vinod ji constructs a comprehensive world. He constructs his own language. When you read him, you will feel as if you are listening for the first time. As it is said in this manner for the first time. Illustrator Taposhi Ghoshal fills the magical reality with magic.
Meri Pathshala
- Author Name:
Giju Bhai
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- Description: Awating description for this book
That Year at Manikoil
- Author Name:
Aditi Krishnakumar
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- Description: Madras, 1944 While World War II rages in Europe and the Japanese army draws closer to India, Raji and her sisters are sent off with their mother to stay in Manikoil, her mother’s family village. But with her brother now a soldier in the British Indian Army and refugees fleeing from Malaya, Burma and other eastern countries back to India, Manikoil is no longer the peaceful haven it once was. And while there is hope of Independence in the air, Raji is uncertain whether it will come to pass-and what it will truly mean for her and her family. The Songs of Freedom series explores the lives of children across India during the struggle for independence. The series complements school textbooks about the independence movement. As the stories are told from a child’s point of view, these stories bring the facts of the independence movement to vivid life in settings all over the country—and inspire each reader to engage with the idea of India.
Hanuman - The Wise and Valiant
- Author Name:
Wonder House
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- Description: Let your child embark on an exciting adventure with the legendary tales of Hanuman! This beautifully illustrated book brings to life the remarkable stories of courage and devotion. As Hanuman's extraordinary acts unfold, children will be inspired by themes of loyalty, resilience, and the limitless power within themselves. Ignite young imaginations and instill valuable life lessons through the captivating journey of this beloved hero! Dive into the extraordinary tales of Hanuman! Captivating narratives that bring the legendary tales of Hanuman to life Instills valuable lessons of courage, loyalty, resilience, and the power of belief Vivid and enchanting illustrations to enhance storytelling Introduces children to Indian mythology Promotes critical thinking.
Amar Shaheed Shekh Bhikari
- Author Name:
Anindita
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- Description: ‘अमर शहीद शेख भिखारी’ स्वतंत्रता सेनानी शेख भिखारी की कहानी है। भारतीय स्वतंत्रता संग्राम में बच्चों की रुचि पैदा करने वाली यह पुस्तक चित्र-कथा के रूप में है। यह बच्चों की संवेदनशीलता को बढ़ाने के साथ उनमें देश-प्रेम की भावना भी जगाती है।
The Letter to Lahore
- Author Name:
Tanu Shree Singh
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- Description: Sarchi, 1921 When Dak Chacha comes to visit, Luxmi feels only joy and excitement. But this time, there is something dark underfoot-Chacha is worried and there are policemen coming to search their house. Luxmi learns that both Dak Chacha and her mother are involved-in their own small ways-in the struggle for liberation from the unjust laws and practices that the British regime forces on all of them. This makes her determined to be part of it too. Even if that means undertaking a risky mission which no one else is able to do . . . The Songs of Freedom series explores the lives of children across India during the struggle for independence. The series complements school textbooks about the independence movement. As the stories are told from a child’s point of view, these stories bring the facts of the independence movement to vivid life in settings all over the country—and inspire each reader to engage with the idea of India.
The Boys Who Created Malgudi: R.K. Narayan and R.K. Laxman
- Author Name:
Lavanya Karthik
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- Description: Narayan loved words, while Doodu loved to draw. This is the story of how two brothers created the immortal town of Malgudi. A delightfully illustrated short biography that will inspire young readers.
Forsaking Paradise
- Author Name:
Abdul Ghani Sheikh
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- Description: Written by one of the foremost Urdu writers on Ladakh, the northern-most region of India affected by war and tourism. Capturing Ladakh with images and people, this book makes for interesting reading.
Sikandar ke Dus Sawal
- Author Name:
Priyamvad +1
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- Description: Sikandar ke Dus Sawal Age group 9-12 years
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